In 2012, Andi started making soap on the farm, first in the kitchen and eventually in the shop. Her motivation for making soap was three-fold: an excess of lard from hogs raised on the farm, a daughter with mild eczema who reacted to all kinds of soap, and an interest in chemistry, fostered in high school.

For those concerned about using lye or lard in a soap - no worries! The lye and the oils chemically react with each other in a process called saponification so that all that is left behind is soap and glycerin.

Through some study and experimentation, we've found that the lard makes a very hard bar that lathers really well. Several scents are available and can be found in our on-line store.